Begonia amphioxus

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It’s not the exact plant in the photo that you’re buying but they’re all beautiful!Begonia amphioxus is one of the most visually distinctive species in the Begonia genus. It is characterized by:Narrow, lance-shaped leavesBright red spots scattered across the leaf surfaceRed or pink leaf marginsA thin, semi-translucent leaf textureThe plant grows in a somewhat upright but delicate, bushy form and typically reaches 20–40 cm in height. It is considered a sensitive but highly decorative collector’s plant.History and OriginDiscovered in the 1980sDescribed scientifically by botanist Ruth Kiew in 1996Native to limestone forests in Sabah, BorneoGrows naturally in warm, humid, shaded environments, often in limestone crevicesIts natural habitat explains why it prefers good airflow, high humidity, and dislikes waterlogged soil.Care TipsLightPrefers bright, indirect lightToo little light leads to pale leaves and weak growthToo much direct sun causes leaf burn and loss of color intensityWateringMaintain lightly moist soil without keeping it soakedAllow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between wateringsSoft, filtered or rainwater is recommendedHumidityIdeal humidity is 70–90 percentThrives in terrariums, display cases or controlled environmentsLow humidity causes crispy edges and slowed growthTemperatureIdeal temperature range: 20–28°C (68–82°F)Avoid temperatures below 17°C (62°F)SoilUse a very airy, fast-draining substrateA suitable mix can include: coco or peat, perlite, bark, and a small amount of crushed limestoneAvoid dense soils that retain too much moistureFertilizationFeed lightly every 2–3 weeks during the growing seasonUse a diluted, balanced fertilizerAdditional NotesSensitive to overwatering and sudden environmental shiftsPerforms best with stable humidity and temperaturePropagation from stem cuttings is possible but requires high humidity to root well